Patient Care Tech (CNA) - Med/Surg, Day Shift

WVU Medicine; Potomac (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PVH Potomac Valley Hospital in West Virginia invites you to join our Nursing team as a Nurse's Aide. The role supports admissions, transfers, discharges, and direct patient care across a busy medical-surgical unit.

You'll observe and report patient concerns, assist with hygiene, vital signs, specimen collection, and ensure a clean, safe environment. The position requires a HS diploma, BLS, and state CNA certification, with day shifts available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
• State nurse's aide certifications (MD, OH, PA, WV) required as listed.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report patient concerns or changes in condition to Nursing Staff.
• Assist Nursing Staff with admission, transfer, discharge and routine patient care duties.
• Record vital signs, assist with personal hygiene, and monitor intake and output.
• Assist in specimen collection and other patient care activities.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment to prevent infections and protect patients and staff.
• Report equipment repairs to appropriate personnel promptly.
• Prepare patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures.
• Communicate nutrition issues with Nursing Staff (appetite, diet changes).
• Assist department with administrative tasks to support operations.
• Answer patient call bells and relay messages to appropriate personnel.

Skills

Patient care experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support certification

MD: Certified Nursing Assistant

OH: Nurse's Aide Certification

PA: Nurse's Aide Certification

WV: Nurse's Aide Certification

Job description

PVH Potomac Valley Hospital in West Virginia invites you to join our Nursing team as a Nurse's Aide. The role supports admissions, transfers, discharges, and direct patient care across a busy medical-surgical unit.

You'll observe and report patient concerns, assist with hygiene, vital signs, specimen collection, and ensure a clean, safe environment. The position requires a HS diploma, BLS, and state CNA certification, with day shifts available.